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Residential Childcare Worker Days or Nights
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Location: Stair, Mauchline, KA5
Pay: £27,976 unqualified - £29,036 with an SVQ or HNC - £32,510 with both SVQ & HNC
A full UK driving licence and own transport are required and we are unable to offer sponsorship for this vacancy
Every Second Counts...
We are looking for applicants with ASN experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare and social care. Some of our children have learning disabilities, SEN, are non verbal and can have challenging behaviours.
At Spark of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a residential childcare worker, based in Stair KA5, every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported.
A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.
What You’ll Do
- As a children's residential support worker you will support young people with their daily routines; Getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.
- Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
- Support senior staff with timely updates
- Promote individuality NOT a "one size fits all" approach
- Complete and update care plans regularly, updating with any additional requirements
- Be part of a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping
- Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support
- Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects
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New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.
A Little About This Home
Foxhill Cottage provides a warm and welcoming home in idyllic surroundings of the beautiful Ayrshire countryside. Although secluded it is far from isolated and is close to a number of small villages in the area providing fun and sensory places to visit.
The great outdoors abounds and we involve the children in outdoors activities whenever we can but we’re not averse to putting our feet up to watch a movie or play a game if the weather’s not on our side. The team here welcomes new faces and you’ll be supported every step of the way if you join us, we’re a happy little family with the children’s best interest at the forefront of everything we do.
Who Are You
We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. Taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better. Experience with Autism and/or ASN is preferred for this role.
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- Previous experience is preferred or maybe you have cared for a friend or family member
- Desire to work towards SSSC qualifications
- Own transport is essential due to location of the service
- Open to ongoing development and learning with help from your friendly team
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Someone with the desire to take pride in helping others
Why Join Us?
- Competitive rates of pay
- £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
- £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
- Support to progress within the company
- PVG / SSSC costs covered by company
- A genuine home from home with a friendly team
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This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.
Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!
Safeguarding Statement
CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
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